Considering a C43
08-11-2010, 05:40 PM
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22 X3, 21 330e, 97 M3, 97 C36 (sold), but on the hunt for a clean, low-mile C43!
Well that all depends, if the fluid was ever changed, if the tranny was ever replaced etc.. Some 43 trannies came defective from the factory, and not even a fluid change could save them, the power would eventually rip them apart. But then again, there are some 43's that never had a fluid change and are running stronger then ever! But if it was rebuilt, and rebuilt well with the new upgraded parts then it should be fine. It's really a gamble lol
08-12-2010, 12:21 AM
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If you don't have to have 4-doors, test drive a CLK55. The transmission is better than the early five-speeds (they have AMG speed-shift) and you may be surprised by how much faster they are. If you opt for a W209 CLK, you may want to do a little research on radiators. If fuel economy is a big factor, drive a W208 based CLK430. Make it a 2001/2002. Although some claim all the CLK430s produce the same power, others pay attention to the ME 2.8 upgrades and time slips.
08-12-2010, 02:59 AM
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12' W204 C63 AMG coupe "T-Rex", 12' W451 Smart Fortwo Pulse (99' W202 C43 AMG sold)
As usual MarcusF has all the better recommendations 
